Development and Efficacy Evaluation of Hair Care Formulations Containing Vegetable Oils and Silicone

December 2018 in “ International Journal of Phytocosmetics and Natural Ingredients ”

Marcella Gabarra Almeida Leite, Patrícia Maria Berardo Gonçalves Maia Campos

Brazil nut oil olive oil silicone hair cuticles hydration hair strength shine combing force hair gloss resistance to breakage

TLDR Olive and Brazil nut oils improve hair strength, shine, and softness better than silicone.

The study evaluated the efficacy of hair care formulations containing Brazil nut oil, olive oil, and silicone on untreated brown virgin hair. It found that formulations with olive and Brazil nut oils improved hair strength, reduced combing force, and increased shine compared to silicone, which only provided superficial treatment. The vegetable oils enhanced hair cuticles, softness, hydration, and strength, suggesting they are effective alternatives for treating hair damage and improving hair gloss and resistance to breakage.

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